Farr Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Farr Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Lewes, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $191,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $30,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$191,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$4.8 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2025 was down from $200,000 the year before.
19% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $150,000 | 15 | $4.1 million |
| 2024 | $200,000 | 15 | $4.3 million |
| 2025 | $191,000 | 19 | $4.8 million |
How to apply
Farr Family Foundation Inc says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Farr Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 5 | $60,000 |
| Virginia | 5 | $55,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $20,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $15,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $7,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $3,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgetown University | Charitable: general support | $30,000 |
| St John the Evangelist Catholic Chu | Charitable: general support | $30,000 |
| The Solanus Medical Mission | Charitable: general support | $20,000 |
| Washington Jesuit Academy | Charitable: general support | $15,000 |
| Catholic Charities Diocese of Arlin | Charitable: general support | $10,000 |
| Briar Cliff University | Charitable: general support | $10,000 |
| Augustine Institute | Charitable: general support | $10,000 |
| Individual | Charitable: general support | $10,000 |
| Individual | Charitable: general support | $7,500 |
| Individual | Charitable: general support | $7,500 |
| Georgetown Prepatory School | Charitable: general support | $5,000 |
| Jesuits USA East Advancement Office | Charitable: general support | $5,000 |
| Some | Charitable: general support | $5,000 |
| Little Workers of the Sacred Hearts | Charitable: general support | $5,000 |
| Food for the Poor | Charitable: general support | $5,000 |
| St Vincent de Paul Catholic Church | Charitable: general support | $5,000 |
| Basilica of Saint Mary | Charitable: general support | $5,000 |
| Franciscan Mission Outreach | Charitable: general support | $3,500 |
| St Louis Catholic Church | Charitable: general support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph G Farr
- Catherine E Farr
- Michael J Farr
- Caroline M Farr
- Rebecca C Farr
Questions people ask
Does Farr Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Farr Family Foundation Inc give?
$191,000 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Farr Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Joseph G Farr (President), Catherine E Farr (Secretary), Michael J Farr (Treasurer) and Caroline M Farr (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Farr Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.